That's also part of having great editors -- they can sort…
“That's also part of having great editors -- they can sort of be honest with you and say, "I see where you're headed with this, but I don't think it's there yet. Dig deeper, babe, and come back with something more." And that's what you do, you dig waaaaaaaay down and you walk around the block eight million times and then you have it -- shazam! And it all comes together in something soooo much better than you thought you were capable of.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Effective editing requires honest, deep feedback that pushes work beyond its current limits, leading to breakthroughs.
In simple terms: Editors give honest, deep feedback that improves work.
Key Takeaway
Seek honest critique and dig deeper.
Themes
creativity
editing
growth
perseverance
Mood
determined
optimistic
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
process-oriented
When to use this quote
- writing drafts
- novel revisions
- script polishing
- design iterations
Key Concepts
feedback loops
creative process
self‑improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you give tough feedback constructively?
- When do you know to stop digging?
A Different Perspective
Feedback may be harsh and can discourage if not balanced with encouragement.